Mets' Freddy Peralta faces Oakland

The Mets are looking for consistency from their pitching staff as they navigate the early part of the MLB season.

Peralta's ability to control the strike zone will be critical against an Athletics lineup that has shown flashes of power.

Betting models and advanced simulations are favoring the Mets in this matchup, but the team's recent gaffes in the field have raised concerns.

Sunday's game represents an opportunity for New York to build momentum before heading into a challenging series against the Dodgers.